Sometimes the perfect relationship healer is a quick getaway. Escaping to a nearby hotel or resort often results in the perfect romantic remedy for weary and time restricted relationships. To plan the perfect getaway use the following insiders tips and create the ultimate romantic experience for you both!
• Find a hotel that offers late check-out. Also, check to see if there is a charge for checking out late.
• Call the front desk of the hotel rather than the reservation system for information about the hotel and reserving your room. They have a more accurate and up-to-date information regarding what rooms are available.
• Find out if the hotel offers room service and from what hours. Some hotels only offer a very limited selection after 10pm. Check to see if this is the case. If so, see if the concierge or front desks have numbers and menus to nearby restaurants that will deliver to the hotel.
• Ask how many restaurants are on the location. Do they serve full meals or just appetizers?
• If you're planning on using the Internet make sure the hotel has data ports. Also find out exactly how much they charge for local calls and what they consider a local call. If possible give them the number your planning on dialing for access so they can check for you.
• Find out what type of view your room will have. Make sure it doesn't overlook a parking lot or a freeway.
• Ask if they have the Movies on Command or Movies on Demand service. For around a $7-10 fee you can watch movies that are still in the theatre or not yet released on video.
• Find out if the hotel has a pool and/or hot tub. Also check to see if the pool is heated and what hours it's open.
• See if there is a gym, health spa or other services on the premises. If there is a spa, see if they offer in-room massages. A few hotels also offer poolside massages as well.
• Check whether the rooms have a mini-bar and if there is room to put your own things in it. Also, be careful with electronic mini-bars. You have 30 seconds - 1 minute to put the item back into its place before you are automatically charged.
• Does the hotel offer express checkout?
• What is the extent of their concierge services? If possible book a room in the hotel's concierge levels. Most concierge level rooms offer additional amenities such as a complimentary continental breakfast and nightly hors d 'oeuvres.
• If you're staying at a resort, you may find they have activities you can both join in, especially during the summer. Activities can range from a sunset dinner cruise to various guest sporting events.
• Ask about romance packages or extras. Some hotels offer a room upgrade upon arrival, chocolates, flowers, champagne and/or breakfast in bed.
• Try to reserve a room in the quietest location possible. For example, away from elevators, meeting rooms and busy areas in the corridors.
• Above all, be in the romantic spirit and no matter what happens your getaway will be great!